tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79566942919835970772024-03-14T11:16:07.037-07:00My Maplelea My Country My dollWelcome to my truly Canadian blog. Here we can celebrate all things Canadian including the wonderful world of Maplelea dolls, crafts and more.Karen M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.comBlogger226125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-54034504622116457942012-09-09T08:14:00.003-07:002012-09-09T08:14:55.617-07:00MAPLELEA HAS NEW DOLLS TO ENJOY!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/2012/09/new-releasemapelea-canadas-doll.html"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> to read all about Maplelea's New DOLLS!!! 8 new Beautiful dolls to add to your collection. <span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/2012/09/new-releasemapelea-canadas-doll.html">Click here</a></span> to read my post on my main doll blog all about these wonderful additions. WAY TO GO <a href="http://www.maplelea.com/en/Default.aspx"><span style="color: blue;">MAPLELEA</span></a>! Thank you for creating such beautiful dolls!<br />
As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-83723091340667177552012-08-09T08:06:00.003-07:002012-08-09T08:06:43.240-07:00Thank you!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Thank you to all of you who have been following and reading my blog here. In the coming days I have decided to move my remaining posts from here to my main blog <a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/" style="color: blue;">http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/</a><br />
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I publish daily on my <a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/"><span style="color: blue;">main blog</span></a> and will continue to do so. I had hoped to be able to write both blogs daily and publish more Canadian Content on this blog, however it has become increasingly more difficult to find and publish Canadian Etsy shops and products at this time.<br />
I hope you will continue to follow me on my <a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1482866430" style="color: blue;">main doll blo</a><a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/"><span style="color: blue;">g </span></a>and thank each and everyone of you who has stopped by to read. I look forward to hearing from you there.<br />
As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-4421507771778339142012-08-08T00:00:00.000-07:002012-08-08T00:00:08.061-07:00Doll Tents on Etsy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love my doll tent, mine is an <a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/2011/05/camping-set-for-your-doll-review-of-our.html"><span style="color: blue;">Our Generation</span></a> one I got from my sister who found it at Zellers here in Canada but I always admire the handmade ones I see on Etsy, here are some of the ones Etsy has to offer for our 18 inch dolls.<br />
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Over at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/67351819/boy-doll-tent-for-18-inch-dolls-like?ref=sr_gallery_4&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+camping&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">Twice loved dolls</span></a> this fun set is offered at $58 and includes <br />
<i>"This sale includes this enormous tent - it comfortably fits 2 dolls!
The tent is easily set up and easily taken down. It can be closed up so
the boys can have privacy, or it can be opened up with ribbon tie
backs. This tent has a pirate theme - arrrrgh matey! The tent is
crafted out of 100% cotton fabric, so once the tent poles are out, it
can be easily laundered. It also comes with the matching "mummy style"
sleeping bag and pillow, crafted out of the same fabric. This tent will
provide lots of fun play time!" </i><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/67351819/boy-doll-tent-for-18-inch-dolls-like?ref=sr_gallery_4&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+camping&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> for shop listing <br />
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Over at Erin's Corner Etsy shop this adorable set offered at $49 <i> "Each tent is loving hand made and has screened Windows and doors. The
doors have velcro closures and tie backs and the windows have flaps that
can either be left down or rolled up. The tents are supported by 2 4
1/2 ft lengths of plastic tubing that can be easily removed for storage,
transportation, or light washing."</i> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/90330447/pink-and-brown-paisley-american-girl?ref=sr_gallery_11&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+camping&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> for shop listing <br />
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Over at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/91012428/red-and-taupe-tent?ref=sr_gallery_32&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+camping&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">My Girl Clothing Co</span></a> this Red and Taupe Tent is sure to impress your doll loving boy or girl <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/91012428/red-and-taupe-tent?ref=sr_gallery_32&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+camping&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">click here</span></a> for shop listing <br />
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If you want to try making your own tent from the now out of print Simplicity Pattern I actually found one on Etsy, offered at $48 from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/83829146/simplicity-5679-american-girl-18-inch?ref=sr_gallery_8&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+camping&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">Oh Sew Charming</span></a> . If you want to try your hand at creating your own set <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/83829146/simplicity-5679-american-girl-18-inch?ref=sr_gallery_8&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+camping&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">click here</span></a> for shop listing.<br />
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Now if you do not sew and still want to make a tent check out the one I made for <a href="http://www.blogger.com/goog_1443432989" style="color: blue;"><span style="color: blue;">D</span>oll Diaries</a><a href="http://dolldiaries.com/doll-craft-how-to-make-a-doll-sized-tent/"><span style="color: blue;"> </span></a>by <a href="http://dolldiaries.com/doll-craft-how-to-make-a-doll-sized-tent/"><span style="color: blue;">clicking here </span></a><br />
As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-75772431688932779092012-08-07T00:00:00.000-07:002012-08-07T00:00:00.938-07:00Olympic Fever Doll Style! Patriotic Fun Etsy Finds<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Watching the Olympics with such pride has promoted today's post.Click any of the highlighted words to see the shop listings.</div>
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I love this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/101968928/canada-day-doll-outfit-patriotic-halter?ref=sr_gallery_2&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+clothes+canada&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">Canada Day outfit from Dew Drop Dreams</span></a></div>
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Support all the athletes with this fun frock from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/102271182/american-girl-doll-clothes-country-flag?ref=sr_gallery_4&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+clothes+olympic&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_spelling_corrected=18+inch+doll+clothes+plympic&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">Sarah Ann Doll </span></a></div>
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I am a huge fan of Terri's and her leotards would make the perfect gift to Gymnastic fans everywhere! <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62178136/206-18-inch-doll-clothes-gymnastics?ref=sr_gallery_3&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+clothes+olympic&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_spelling_corrected=18+inch+doll+clothes+plympic&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> for Terri's Etsy shop and these wonderful Leotards. <br />
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For my American Readers this is such a cute outfit offered by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/103856409/i-love-the-usa-2-piece-outfit-with?ref=sr_gallery_20&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+clothes+olympic&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_spelling_corrected=18+inch+doll+clothes+plympic&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">According to Emma </span></a>a great outfit to show your countries pride!<br />
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Finishing off today's post is this wonderful outfit Celebrating Host Country England and Team GB with this fun Union Jack Flag dress from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/88793978/american-girl-doll-union-jack-dress?ref=sr_gallery_15&ga_search_query=18+inch+flag+doll+clothes&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">The Trendy Tot</span></a><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><span style="color: black;">I hope you enjoyed today's post and as always I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.com </span> </span><br />
<br />Karen M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-9243738597690601352012-08-06T07:54:00.000-07:002012-08-06T07:54:43.001-07:00Maplelea Monday Jenna<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/jenna.html"><span style="color: blue;">Jenna</span></a>! Maplelea's Red Head doll from Canada's East Coast and is sure to be a favorite of yours as well. Though I do not like her meet outfit, her collection is a good one. <br />
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Jenna is a very active girl and has some of the best items in Maplelea's line. Here you see the <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/soccer-supreme.html"><span style="color: blue;">Soccer Supreme Outfit</span></a> offered at $39<br />
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Here <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/a-la-mode-ecossaise.html"><span style="color: blue;">Highland Lass</span></a> outfit is darling! Offered at $35 and so realistic!<br />
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By far I think this <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/clothing-accessories/by-doll/jenna-1/anne-of-green-gables-costume.html"><span style="color: blue;">Anne of Green Gables </span></a>Inspired outfit on Jenna is my favorite! At $50 this extremely well made outfit is sure to delight!<br />
As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-67313882401818903122012-08-05T00:00:00.000-07:002012-08-05T00:00:07.510-07:00A great online find for dolls~ Thanks Brandy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Brandy who is a contributing writer on my <a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/" style="color: blue;">main doll blog </a>wrote me to share this great on line gem! This compact makes a great doll computer! Offered on Ebay for $4.99 and free shipping this is a great buy! <a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/270958528255?var=570077160044&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> for Ebay listing.<br />
These would make great stocking stuffers, loot bag or party favors!<br />
Thank you Brandy for sending this in!<br />
As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-9288796657753145392012-08-04T00:00:00.000-07:002012-08-04T00:00:05.769-07:00Check out Maplelea's Facebook Page<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you have not already check out the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Maplelea-Girls/350099755049654"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook Fan Page Maplelea</span></a> has set up. It is a great way to hear about up coming promotions and sales and I love the photos!<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Maplelea-Girls/350099755049654"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> to view and like Maplelea's Facebook Fan Page<br />
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As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-56104395934452892242012-08-03T00:00:00.000-07:002012-08-03T00:00:07.976-07:00Free Pattern Friday No Sew Poodle Skirt! LOVE THIS!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I found another wonderful free pattern Friday pattern I hope you will love. This one is from a wonderful site called <a href="http://obbsused.com/"><span style="color: blue;"></span></a><a href="http://www.obseussed.com/2011/05/poodle-skirt-tutorial-for-18-inch-doll.html"></a><a href="http://www.obseussed.com/2011/05/poodle-skirt-tutorial-for-18-inch-doll.html" style="color: blue;">ObSeused.com</a> .<br />
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I love poodle skirts and this no sew Doll Poodle Skirt is sure to make a great addition to any doll wardrobe!<br />
<a href="http://www.obseussed.com/2011/05/poodle-skirt-tutorial-for-18-inch-doll.html"><span style="color: blue;">Click here </span></a>for the Tutorial and to check out <a href="http://www.obseussed.com/2011/05/poodle-skirt-tutorial-for-18-inch-doll.html"><span style="color: blue;">ObSeused.com </span></a><br />
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As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-18574304614148411602012-08-01T08:41:00.002-07:002012-08-01T08:41:35.150-07:00New Journey Girl Outfits from ToysRUS on line<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have seen some amazing doll outfits offered for the Journey Girls on line at Toys R US, Priced under $20 these outfits are trendy and fashionable!<br />
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This<span style="color: blue;"> </span><a href="http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=13211798" style="color: blue;">Sailor Suit </a>is darling! I love the hat, bag and shoes!<br />
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This is the most darling outfit! I love the boots! This <a href="http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=13211794"><span style="color: blue;">rainy day</span></a> outfit has my attention and at under $20 this set would make a great gift! <br />
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All this being said I do not have a Journey Girl doll and I understand their clothes many not fit all 18 inch dolls but I am thrilled to see this line now available in Canada. <a href="http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=11842886"><span style="color: blue;">Dolls</span></a> offered at $39.99 and outfits offered under $20. This doll line is a welcome addition in Canada!<br />
As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-13265670040183061342012-07-31T00:00:00.000-07:002012-07-31T00:00:13.024-07:00Make a Gymnastics suit for your doll! New Stacey and Stella Pattern<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My dear friend over at <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/105659738/leotard-sewing-pattern-for-18-inch-dolls?utm_source=OpenGraph&utm_medium=ConnectedShop&utm_campaign=Share">Stacy and Stella</a> has come out with a new <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/105659738/leotard-sewing-pattern-for-18-inch-dolls?utm_source=OpenGraph&utm_medium=ConnectedShop&utm_campaign=Share"><span style="color: blue;">Gymnastic Leotard</span></a> pattern inspired by the Olympics.<br />
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This new pattern is offered at $3.99 on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/105659738/leotard-sewing-pattern-for-18-inch-dolls?utm_source=OpenGraph&utm_medium=ConnectedShop&utm_campaign=Share"><span style="color: blue;">Stacey and Stella's Etsy Website</span></a>. <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/105659738/leotard-sewing-pattern-for-18-inch-dolls?utm_source=OpenGraph&utm_medium=ConnectedShop&utm_campaign=Share"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> to see the listing.<br />
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Make yours with sleeves or with out!<br />
Check out <a href="http://img3.etsystatic.com/002/0/6494035/il_570xN.361235055_1lqg.jpg"><span style="color: blue;">Stacey and Stella's </span></a>newest pattern today! <br />
As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-16486650168174439112012-07-30T00:00:00.000-07:002012-07-30T00:00:10.145-07:00Maplelea Monday- Spotlight on Brianne<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Brianne is one of my most favorite dolls, I have had her in my collection and simply love her, however I think her collection items are some of my least favorite Maplelea Offers.<br />
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However her Prima Ballerina Ballet outfit is exquisite and as with all the Maplelea Products is extreamly well made.<br />
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Here Sun Day outfit is cute and age appropriate if not on the younger side but I do like the colors and the styles they have chose for this doll.<br />
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Her pet <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/clothing-accessories/by-doll/brianne-1/hoppit-and-her-bunnies.html"><span style="color: blue;">rabbits</span></a> and <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/320x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/1/4/1429_chinook_kb14_welsh-pony_hr_clip.jpg"><span style="color: blue;">horse</span></a> are also wonderful additions to Brianne's line. </div>
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I love Brianne's soft features and she has been used in many of my doll posts here, on my <a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/"><span style="color: blue;">main blog </span></a>and on <a href="http://dolldiaries.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Doll Diaries </span></a></div>
I hope you enjoyed today's post. As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-82513949995663159842012-07-29T00:00:00.000-07:002012-07-29T00:00:05.588-07:00Doll Cookies- My Etsy Favorites!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am a cookie monster, I admit it, I love to make, bake and eat cookies. So when I found these wonderful doll sized delights I wanted to share.</div>
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This set of four cookies arrives on a silver tray perfect for doll play and priced at an astoundingly great price of $5.49 ,<a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/101888449/american-girl-miniature-pink-and-white?ref=sr_gallery_37&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+food&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all" style="color: blue;"> click here</a><span style="color: blue;"> </span>for the shop listing. </div>
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Over at Bananmoo these Chocolate chip sandwich cookies looks good enough to eat!<br />
This set of 3 cookies can be found by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/78976758/18-inch-doll-faux-chocolate-chip?ref=sr_gallery_1&ga_search_query=18+inch+doll+cookies&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all"><span style="color: blue;">clicking here </span></a><br />
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Over at Dixies Doll Emporium This set of cookies includes this baking set for $20!<br />
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I hope you enjoyed today's post, If you would like to learn how to make your own doll cookies out of oven bake polymer clay you can use my tutorial from <a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/2011/03/how-to-make-your-doll-chocolate-chip.html"><span style="color: blue;">my main blog</span></a> by <span style="color: blue;">clicking here </span><br />
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As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-36101580353405711682012-07-28T08:17:00.001-07:002012-07-28T08:17:07.682-07:00A great post about Dolly Back to school<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you are thinking about Dolly Back to school time check out this blog post I found from<a href="http://adollforallseasons.blogspot.ca/2011/10/back-to-school-supplies.html"><span style="color: blue;"> A Doll for All Seasons.</span></a><br />
I happened upon her blog using Pinterest when I was looking for something completely different and was so excited to see it I wanted to share it with all of you.<br />
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I love that the internet gives us ways to share our talent and hobbies with others and I love that there are so many cost effective ways to create fun and fantastic items for your dolls.<br />
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I was so excited to see this as I have this very bottle in my drying rack that I was going to use for another purpose but I love how <a href="http://adollforallseasons.blogspot.ca/2011/10/back-to-school-supplies.html"><span style="color: blue;">Donna of A Doll for All Seasons</span></a> has used it as a water bottle very clever!<br />
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Check out this and many more wonderful posts at<a href="http://adollforallseasons.blogspot.ca/2011/10/back-to-school-supplies.html"><span style="color: blue;"> A Doll for All Seasons </span></a>by <a href="http://adollforallseasons.blogspot.ca/2011/10/back-to-school-supplies.html"><span style="color: blue;">clicking here </span></a><br />
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Another fun free pattern Friday, how to make a hat for your doll. I found this on Pinterest and am thrilled to share it with you today.<br />
<a href="http://www.crochetnmore.com/dollhat.htm"><span style="color: blue;">Click here </span></a>for the pattern. This great pattern and many more are available on <a href="http://crochetnmore.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Crochetnmore.com</span></a><br />
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As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-58917815269360567802012-07-26T07:36:00.001-07:002012-07-26T07:36:11.587-07:00A great summer outfit for your dolls you can make!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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With so much summer left this year I thought I would show you this fun pattern I found on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/creationsbydeevee?ref=seller_info"><span style="color: blue;">Etsy</span></a> that is perfect for our dolls.</div>
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I am so pleased to announce that I am now contributing to the <a href="http://www.daydreamdollboutique.blogspot.ca/"><span style="color: blue;">Daydream Doll boutique Blog </span></a>and their Make it Monday Posts every other Monday. This past Monday was my second time posting for <a href="http://www.daydreamdollboutique.blogspot.ca/"><span style="color: blue;">Daydream Doll Boutique</span></a> and I know you will love the two crafts that are currently posted!<br />
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This past Monday I posted how to make your doll a fishing game! <span style="color: blue;">Click here </span>for the tutorial on <a href="http://www.daydreamdollboutique.blogspot.ca/"><span style="color: blue;">Daydream Doll Boutique's Blog </span></a><br />
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If you are reading this post and are familiar with my posts here,<span style="color: blue;"> </span><a href="http://karenmomofthreescraft.blogspot.ca/" style="color: blue;">my main doll blog</a>, and my writing on<a href="http://dolldiaries.com/"><span style="color: blue;"> Doll Diaries</span></a> then you have seen first hand how much I love and use my <a href="http://www.americandollroom.com/"><span style="color: blue;">American Doll Room</span></a> all the time.<br />
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There are so many reasons I love my <a href="http://www.americandollroom.com/"><span style="color: blue;">American Doll Room </span></a>and why I recommend it for any doll lover. The first reason <a href="http://www.americandollroom.com/"><span style="color: blue;">American Doll Rooms</span></a> are the best doll play accessory is that like the above photo indicates, they "flip, play, fold, carry" and store flat! Easy and fast clean up, you will not regret this purchase as when not in play it stores in it's own special bag and can slide behind a couch, under a bed or be placed in an easy to access cupboard. I say easy to access because your doll lover is going to want to play with this set all the time.<br />
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The second reason I love this set is the <a href="http://www.americandollroom.com/"><span style="color: blue;">American Doll Room</span></a> offers an indoor and outdoor option on all it's rooms. You can set it up as indoor play, bedroom, living room, bathroom, store, etc and outside use it to enjoy all the doll back yard has to offer. Just look at some of the posts I have used it in on <a href="http://dolldiaries.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Doll Diaries </span></a><br />
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I have used it for so many posts and doll play dates this room is well played with and in great shape after being used almost every day for the last 9 months.<br />
It works with American Girl Doll furniture as well as hand made and Etsy furniture, any doll play items you may have already on hand.<br />
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I love this commercial done by A Bee Line's Etsy shop, using the <a href="http://www.americandollroom.com/"><span style="color: blue;">American Doll Room</span></a><br />
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I am so excited for the release of the new<a href="http://www.americandollroom.com/"><span style="color: blue;"> American Doll Room</span></a>'s and I know these are going to be so popular! TIP ****These rooms make excellent gifts for the up coming holiday gift giving season! Order early to avoid disappointment!***<br />
Check out <a href="http://www.americandollroom.com/"><span style="color: blue;">American Doll Room</span></a>'s Website by <a href="http://www.americandollroom.com/"><span style="color: blue;">clicking here</span></a> and check out their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AmericanDollRoom" style="color: blue;">Facebook page </a><br />
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<br />Karen M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-52194285470604816952012-07-23T00:00:00.000-07:002012-07-23T00:00:04.035-07:00Maplelea Monday-Spotlight on Alexi<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today's Maplelea Monday is all about Alexi, she has by far the coolest outfits and accessories,<br />
Her <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/clothing-accessories/by-doll/alexi-1/city-chic-pack.html"><span style="color: blue;">City Chic Pack</span></a> stands out to me because of the messenger bag. This set at $20 is a great deal and the faux fur trim is very cute as well.<br />
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I think the Market Magic outfit makes my case! Age appropriate ( though I would add tights) and fun colors make this outfit desirable.<br />
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Canadian Doll Winters never looked so good with Alexi and her <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/clothing-accessories/by-doll/alexi-1/copper-coat.html"><span style="color: blue;">Copper Coat</span></a>, snow pants included for $34! </div>
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Her cat <a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/clothing-accessories/by-doll/alexi-1/chapta.html"><span style="color: blue;">Chapta </span></a>comes with this cozy cat house and at $20 is a great deal. I love the cat so much and it is by far my favorite Maplelea Animal. </div>
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I have been buying patterns from the Liberty Jane Website for the last few years and one designer in particular has been a favorite and that designer I was thrilled to find out is also Canadian.<br />
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<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/123MULBERRYSTREET?ref=seller_info"><span style="color: blue;">123 Mulberry Street</span></a> is owned and operated and ships from Canada!</div>
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This designer also has an<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/123MULBERRYSTREET?ref=seller_info"><span style="color: blue;"> Etsy store</span></a> where you can purchase her patterns and finished products alike.</div>
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I love her photography and her outfits are darling!</div>
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With prices from $3.99-$30.00 there is something for everyone's budget in this store!</div>
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I love <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/123MULBERRYSTREET?ref=seller_info"><span style="color: blue;">123 Mulberry Street</span></a> and I think you will too.</div>
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Check out her Etsy shop by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/123MULBERRYSTREET?ref=seller_info"><span style="color: blue;">Clicking here</span></a> and visit the<a href="http://www.libertyjanepatterns.com/"><span style="color: blue;"> Liberty Jane Pattern site</span></a> to see more of her fantastic designs! <br />
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As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-64912012010921964672012-07-21T07:40:00.003-07:002012-07-21T07:40:38.885-07:00Dolly and Stuffed Animal Band-Aid's<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you know a child who loves to put band-aids on on themselves and their dolls and stuffed animals then today's craft is one you may want to try.<br />
I mail envelopes to my three nieces who live in Montreal weekly. I try to send them fun flat items like stickers, juice crystals and fun band-aids in their letters for them to enjoy. My one niece Cadence, loves the Disney show Doc. McStuffins and uses her band-aids on all her toys, which can be very messy.<br />
My sister Bre found this great blog <a href="http://pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.ca/2010/02/feel-better-felt-band-aids-and-toilet.html"><span style="color: blue;">Pink and Green Mama </span></a>that showed how to make felt band-aids and asked me if I could make the girls some. So I started out making each girl 10 real sized band-aids they could use for their dolls.<br />
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I used two colors of felt for each band-aid and I used two pieces of cut up rough side Velcro. This way the band aid will wrap around it's self to stay on or can be laid across a stuffed animal and still stay on.<br />
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When I made each girl 10 I placed them in a snack sized zip lock bag and made a label with them for each of my "Dr. Nieces" <br />
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I then covered the labels with clear packing tape and mailed them to my nieces, who should get them by next Wednesday. These band-aids also will go around a child's finger for fun play.</div>
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To visit the tutorial on <a href="http://pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.ca/2010/02/feel-better-felt-band-aids-and-toilet.html"><span style="color: blue;">Pink and Green Mama</span></a> please <a href="http://pinkandgreenmama.blogspot.ca/2010/02/feel-better-felt-band-aids-and-toilet.html"><span style="color: blue;">click here</span></a></div>
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<br />Karen M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-7553839338472331282012-07-20T00:00:00.000-07:002012-07-20T00:00:11.003-07:00Free Pattern Friday~ Mittens!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Yes I know it is July but this is a fantastic find! Thank you Pinterest!<br />
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<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/american-girl-mittens"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> to find the pattern and see wonderful photos of other talented knitters as well !<br />
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Enjoy and be sure to let me know how yours turn out!<br />
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As with all my posts I would love to hear from you so please leave me a comment here or email me at karenmowen@gmail.comKaren M. Owenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02669471456337724048noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7956694291983597077.post-13868944796013536162012-07-19T11:09:00.000-07:002012-07-19T11:09:02.346-07:00I made tights for my Doll and You can too!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I finally did it! I made tights for my doll and you can too!<br />
I used knee length socks from my dollar store and the Tutorial I found on Pinterest!<br />
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Sorry for the short and late post, I am off to make many more pairs!<br />
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Did you know that the Journey Girl Hospital set is one of my most favorites? My sister bought it for me when I was in New York and it is one of the most played with sets, I love how my doll Saila sits perfectly in it! (thanks to Lauren for pointing this out!)<br />
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The wheelchair is plastic and light weight but the most played with item. I love the casts and the crutches as well. If you are looking for a great doll play set this one has everything you need for dolly recovery and everyday use. We found mine at Toys R Us you can too it is $39.99 on line at Toys R US in Canada and a great buy. <a href="http://www.toysrus.ca/product/index.jsp?productId=12576736"><span style="color: blue;">Click here</span></a> for the link on Toys R US's Website.<br />
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Not all hair brushes are created equal for our dolls this much is true. If you have an Maplelea Doll or an American Girl Doll you know that our dolls wigs are in need of special care.</div>
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<a href="http://shop.maplelea.com/clothing-accessories/by-category/starter-accessories/maplelea-hairbrush.html"><span style="color: blue;">The Maplelea brush </span></a>shown above is a great wire brush for dolls offered at $6.00.</div>
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<a href="http://store.americangirl.com/images/db_main_1.jpg"><span style="color: blue;">The American Girl Doll Wire brush</span></a> is offered at $7 and though it is not as wide I love the job it does on the dolls hair. NOW I have had 4 of these brushes and they have all fallen apart in use, so I keep buying them and hope that they will improve but think my next purchase will be the Maplelea Brush.</div>
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Though our friends over at Springfield dolls do not have a doll brush for sale it is very important to note that these wonderful dolls <span style="background-color: yellow;">DO NOT REQUIRE a wire brush, in fact they should never have a wire brush on their hair as it will split the hair.</span> Use a brush with plastic covered bristles for best results.<br />
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<span style="background-color: yellow;">***IMPORTANT IF YOU ARE GOING TO BRUSH YOUR DOLLS HAIR I HIGHLY RECOMMEND A SPRAY BOTTLE WITH WATER TO HELP THE STRANDS OF YOUR DOLLS HAIR STAY TOGETHER. BRUSHING CAN SPLIT THE HAIRS ON YOUR DOLLS HEAD AND THE WATER WILL HELP. CAREFUL NOT TO MIST THE EYE AREA AND START AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR DOLLS HAIR COMBING IT FROM THE BOTTOM IN SECTIONS TO THE TOP TO PREVENT TANGLING.****</span><br />
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I get my spray bottles at the dollar store and they are wonderful for quick styles to complicated styles. They also make great party gifts and stocking stuffers...<br />
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